C 9th Guitar Chord Chart
Notes: C - E - G - Bb - D
Formula: 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7 - 9
Intervals: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th, Major 9th
Quick answer
The C9 guitar chord is played as x-3-2-3-3-3 from low E to high E and uses the notes C, E, G, Bb, D.
- Fret pattern
- x-3-2-3-3-3
- Chord notes
- C, E, G, Bb, D
- Formula
- 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7 - 9
C9
How to Play C9
- 1Mute the low E string
- 2Place your index finger on fret 2 of the D string
- 3Place your middle finger on fret 3 of the A string
- 4Barre your ring finger across fret 3 (G, B, high E strings)
About 9th Chords
A dominant 7th chord with an added 9th. 9th chords sound rich and funky, essential in funk, R&B, jazz, and blues. They add more color than a basic 7th chord.
C 9th Guitar Chord FAQ
What notes are in the C 9th guitar chord?
The C 9th guitar chord uses the notes C, E, G, Bb, D.
How do you play C9 on guitar?
Play the C9 guitar chord with the x-3-2-3-3-3 fret pattern from low E to high E. Mute the low E string Place your index finger on fret 2 of the D string Place your middle finger on fret 3 of the A string Barre your ring finger across fret 3 (G, B, high E strings)
What is the formula for C 9th?
The C 9th formula is 1 - 3 - 5 - ♭7 - 9: Root, Major 3rd, Perfect 5th, Minor 7th, Major 9th.